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Brandi Livengood

Tacoma

Summary

Knowledgeable occupational therapist with solid background in providing therapeutic interventions to enhance patient well-being. Proven ability to develop and implement effective treatment plans tailored to individual needs. Demonstrated expertise in patient assessment and a variety of therapeutic techniques.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Occuapational Therapist

Tacoma Public School District
09.2019 - Current
  • Documented student progress accurately and efficiently, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
  • Provided interventions and treatments to improve student abilities to participate successfully in the academic environment.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members for comprehensive student care and optimal results.
  • Participated in continuing education opportunities to stay current with industry trends and best practices in occupational therapy.
  • Participated in comprehensive assessments to determine present levels of performance, areas of intervention, progress towards IEP goals, and need for therapy, adaptations, and accommodations.

Occupational Therapist

Multicare Mary Bridge Children's Hospital
02.2004 - 03.2020
  • Documented patient progress accurately and efficiently, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
  • Provided interventions and treatments to improve patient abilities to perform daily activities, manage symptoms and prevent injury.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members for comprehensive patient care and optimal results.
  • Participated in continuing education opportunities to stay current with industry trends and best practices in occupational therapy.
  • Utilized standardized assessments to evaluate client progress, informing adjustments to treatment plans accordingly for optimal outcomes.
  • Advanced social skills development in group settings through engaging play-based activities that fostered peer interaction and cooperation.
  • Promoted greater independence for children with special needs by teaching self-care tasks such as dressing, eating, and grooming.
  • Navigated diverse family situations sensitively, incorporating cultural considerations into treatment plans when appropriate to optimize results.
  • Increased children''s participation in daily activities by addressing sensory processing challenges through tailored sensory integration strategies.

Pediatric Occupational Therapist

Vancouver Children's Therapy Center
01.2001 - 02.2004

Provided evaluation, treatment, and documentation for children's ages 0-18.

Occupational Therapist PRN

Variety of Skilled Nursing Facilities
11.2000 - 01.2004
  • Managed caseloads efficiently, ensuring timely documentation and communication with team members.
  • Advocated for patients'' needs within healthcare settings, promoting optimal care provision and accessibility.
  • Coordinated successful discharge planning meetings with patients, families, and multidisciplinary teams to ensure smooth transitions from hospital to community or home settings.
  • Evaluated assistive technology options for patients with physical limitations, recommending devices that best met their needs for daily living tasks.
  • Established strong rapport with patients by demonstrating empathy, patience, and understanding of their unique challenges.
  • Developed individualized therapy programs for patients, resulting in increased functional independence.

Education

Bachelor of Science -

Texas Women's University
Denton
01-2000

Skills

  • Family and patient education
  • Clinical reasoning
  • Interdisciplinary collaboration
  • Patient needs assessment
  • Assistive technology
  • Adaptive equipment
  • Electronic documentation
  • Patient rapport building
  • Excellent communication
  • Problem-solving
  • Proficient in American Sign Language

Certification

National Board for Certification of Occupational Therapy (NBCOT)

Certification Type: OTR

  • Certification Number: 1045313
  • Initial Date: 10/20/2000
  • Expiration Date: 03/31/2026


Washington State Department of Licensing

  • License Number: OT 00003298
  • Initial Date: 11/07/2000
  • Expiration Date: 07/23/2026

Timeline

Occuapational Therapist

Tacoma Public School District
09.2019 - Current

Occupational Therapist

Multicare Mary Bridge Children's Hospital
02.2004 - 03.2020

Pediatric Occupational Therapist

Vancouver Children's Therapy Center
01.2001 - 02.2004

Occupational Therapist PRN

Variety of Skilled Nursing Facilities
11.2000 - 01.2004

Bachelor of Science -

Texas Women's University
Brandi Livengood